It was Thursday morning and I was standing in my closet surveying my voluminous shoe collection for the perfect pair of shoes to go with a teal latex dress. I seldom stray from my all black wardrobe, so if teal wasn’t enough of a stretch, wriggling into a latex dress sure was. But it had to be latex, and not just any latex: I was wearing our own stunning Syren Latex Tami Wong Dress.

I finally settled on a sky high pair of black leather platform boots, grabbed an extra-long pair of fake eyelashes, and made my way to Stockroom HQ for a full day of work before getting lubed up, stripped down, and stuffed into latex to attend the Xbiz awards.

My girl Chloe met me at Stockroom at 5PM on the dot, and together we nervously donned our matching latex dresses and helped each other put our hair into perfect sets of pigtails. An Uber was summoned and we grabbed plastic bags to sit on, lest we leave a slick sheen on the Uber car’s seats from our freshly applied silicone lubricant.

We arrived at the LA Live Marriot amongst a bustle of other well-dressed Xbiz guests. I silently wished for eight eyes instead of two so that I could fully take in the amazing display of people, outfits, opulent lips, fake tits, exposed breasts, tight asses and champagne dripping tongues that were swirling around me. I was in a warm, sweetly scented tropical tornado of porn stars, and I loved every second.

Chloe and I held hands and made our way to the red carpet where we waited for our turn in front of the flashing lights. Juanito Blanco and Jade Nile walked in front of us and I admired Jade’s effortless movements in her floor length Syren dress. I stood on the edge of the red carpet taking deep breaths and feeling every exhale as the latex hugged my body like a warm, slippery second skin. Juanito picked up Jade for a classic man carries woman pose in front of the multitude of flashing bulbs and suddenly they were tumbling slowly, thickly to the ground in front of us in a carnal crash of flesh, latex and hair product.

Their crash and graceful recovery alleviated a bit of my own nervousness as Chloe and I took our turn in front of the cameras. Several hosts awaited us on the red carpet and sweat dripped down the inside of my thigh and my heart raced as I was greeted by the ever classy and radiant Stoya. From Stoya we carefully made our way to the end of the red carpet where we met with Stockroom University’s head mistress and all around sexy lady, the lovely Hudsy Hawn. She happily spanked mine and Chloe’s latex slicked asses and we graciously accepted every thwack.

The red carpet was followed by a quick jaunt into the main ballroom where we found our table and quickly took a seat to alleviate the pressure on our toes. Chloe and I eyed the plate of hummus, crackers and olives in front of us but dared not take a bite as we both consented that we did not have one spare millimeter of space in our latex into which our tummies could expand.

It was not hard to be distracted from the food as Chloe made a cooing noise and discreetly directed my gaze to the unearthly beauty, Jesse Jane. Chloe wanted a photo with her, and although I was slightly embarrassed to play the part of a fan girl, I couldn’t blame her. We approached Jesse and she was the sweetest, tiniest creature who was more than happy to pose for one of what I’m sure were a thousand photos taken of her that night.

We made our way back to the table as the awards show began. James Deen arrived on the stage with a gaggle of girls all smiling and giggling like they’d just shared a drink of something deliciously intoxicating.

The rest of the awards passed by in a blur, beautiful girls with big lips got on stage and called out names, some familiar and some foreign. People crawled up the stairs and people crawled down the stairs and the energy in the ballroom turned into a high pitched buzz, like a vibrator that’s been turned up too much. Chloe and I began to feel the winter chill of late-evening latex, and with one look we conspired to gracefully and surreptitiously exit the ballroom. I looked down at my daunting platform boots with a sigh and willed my legs to move. We held hands and took our leave, casting one last glance behind us at the amazing platter of humanity and appreciating all the preparation, pouting, puffing, pulling, and powdering that goes into an event of that caliber. “You know,” said Chloe waving her hand in a circular motion “All of this is happening, this whole thing, this whole industry, just because dudes need to masturbate.”

I let her comment resonate with me on the ride home. That night I came home, took off my shoes, peeled off my latex, crawled into my silky sheets, and opened my laptop to put on my favorite porn. I chose a high end luxury vibrator from a bevy of toys even bigger than my shoe collection, pumped a hybrid lubricant into the palm of my hand, pressed play and thanked the adult industry for being what it is, because we all have needs that must be met.

Join us this Tuesday as Stockroom University presents a free special Sexual Phenomena Symposium featuring acclaimed educator Auntie Angel and her deservedly famous “grapefruit technique.”

This class will cover Auntie Angel’s erotic food play, and will be filmed by VICE Productions for an upcoming project. All attendees must sign a release to attend, and must stay for the duration of the filming (approximately 2pm to 5pm). There will be a Q&A after the presentation, and participation is encouraged but not required.

If you’ve every been curious about what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite fetish boutique, this is the event for you. JT himself (aka Joel Tucker, founder of The Stockroom) and a whole host of Stockroom staff will be on-hand and onstage to cover the ins-and-outs of running a BDSM business that includes online and brick-and-mortar retail, high fashion and Hollywood studio services, design and manufacture of kinky gear, and a state-of-the-art shipping warehouse to deliver devious and delicious devices worldwide!

We’ll be sharing stories about the founding, early days, and over two decades of kink history, as well as answering any burning questions you might have about life at The Stockroom. Are we all chained to our desks every day? Do we get free samples? Is there an office dress code?

Our new licensed collection of BDSM toys and gear, The Joanna Angel Line is so exciting, our friends at Hustler Hollywood are throwing a party to celebrate it.

Friday, January 30 in Hollywood, join Joanna Angel, Hustler Hollywood, and The Stockroom in celebrating the launch of the Joanna Angel Line in high style with photo opportunities, autographs, and even a chance to win some sexy Stockroom prizes!

2014 was one of the busiest years for our design team, and it shows with a huge selection of new original Stockroom leather fetish wear and Syren Latex pieces making their debut. Here’s a small sampling of our personal favorites from the last twelve months.

In the bedroom or at the ball, this mysterious mask will command attention and add an enigmatic air to your ensemble, making it the perfect fetish wear accessory for practically any occasion. It’s available in four colors (Black, White, Yellow, and Red) to compliment whatever you’re wearing, even if it’s nothing.

This handsome harness takes its inspiration from ancient Roman military garb, and although it won’t particularly protect your neck in the event of gladiator attacks, its distinctive ornamentation is certain to turn heads wherever you suit up.

Fearsomely fashionable, this heavy 30-gauge latex jacket with oversized industrial zipper is stunning zipped all the way up or left open to provide a daring asymmetrical accent to your favorite fitted evening dress.

These comfortable and sturdy leather and nickel-plated steel suspenders look great as a top all on their own, and keep you in style while keeping your pants up…which will be a challenge if you wear them to the club

This heavy-duty 3-inch wide latex belt bridges the space between fetish and fashion with its nickel-plated attachment points and buckles while helping to create an enticing hourglass look that pairs beautifully with a catsuit, a skirt, or almost any piece of latex wear.

Finally, a latex bra that provides the comfort and support of a conventional bra without sacrificing style. This is one of the most popular undergarments we’ve ever created, with good reason. But don’t take our word for it – see for yourself!

Want to see more of our picks for the best gear of 2014?
Check out our sex toys and BDSM gear lists!

Here at The Stockroom, we started exclusively as a designer and manufacturer of quality BDSM goods, and while we’ve broadened our catalog along with our minds, we’re still dedicated to creating and providing you with all the best in sexual technology.

With that in mind, we present the second part of our best of the year: Our favorite BDSM gear of 2014!

Capable of transforming from a fully functional guitar strap into a 2, 3, or 4-point
restraint and locking collar, this dynamic piece of bondage gear is equally at home on the tour bus and in the dungeon!

If you’re a fan of small but mighty implements, may we suggest the newest member of our flogger family, named after punk’s porn princess, Joanna Angel, and featuring a color scheme that evokes her signature pink and black mane. The soft falls of this flogger still deliver a strong sting, and it’s petite size makes it easy for anyone to wield.

A high quality plastic and silicone male chastity cage with built in conductive electrodes to deliver e-stim sensations to your penile prisoner. If that sentence fills your mind with the same enticing possibilities it fills ours with, this is the piece of electrosex gear you’ve been waiting for.

Most of our staff are in love (or at least lust) with the Tantus silicone paddles and straps, so you can guess what the reaction was like when we picked up the latest addition to the line, complete with a handle that doubles as a dildo. If you enjoy a stern paddling and haven’t tried a silicone paddle before, take it from us – TREAT YOURSELF!

Like the Tantus paddle, this silicone serpent tongue whip packs a surprising wallop. Silicone is a very dense material, allowing it to transfer a lot of the kinetic energy in your throw. If you like a sharp sting and a loud crack upon impact, this is a perfect piece of gear for you.

Our patented Bolero Straitjacket was such a hit that we felt bad for leaving male subs out of the fun. We’ve amended that with the newest member of our straitjacket line, and designed it to keep all of his appendages at your mercy (or lack thereof).

How did we do? Is your favorite toy missing from our list? Let us know in the comments below or on Twitter or Facebook!

Fitting that in a year that gave us a television event dedicated to a man attempting to stuff himself inside an anaconda, Tantus would provide an aptly named toy that does the opposite! The commitment to quality materials and the sleek design of this toy, which features a slightly concave base that lets it stand straight out from most flat surfaces, make this toy one of the year’s best!

Think of the Doxy as the luxury version of your favorite high powered wand vibrator; quieter, more powerful, and with a look that will make you want to show it off rather than hide it in your toy chest.

A legitimate triple threat: An extender, enhancer, and stroker all in one! Available in three colors, the smooth, realistically shaped outside and the alluringly textured sleeve make this a perfect toy for solo or partner play.

Every version of the We-Vibe has offered improvements over the previous versions. While each edition is great, the 4 is the best yet, with a softer 100% medical grade silicone exterior; improved USB cradle charger; and wireless, easy to manage remote control.

We love Oxballs, and this unique anal toy is a perfect example of why. Soft platinum silicone with an organic shape, complete with prostate stimulating bulbous head, a cheeky name, and a design that makes it great for beginners and anal addicts alike. The durability and quality of this plug make it one of the best values around.

We debated featuring the Stella I or Stella II here, before deciding “Go big or go home” is an appropriate mantra for us. It’s really a matter of how deep you want your kegel balls, and the reasons for all three are the same: Gorgeous colors, attractive design, and easy-to-care-for, body-safe materials make the Stella a pretty stellar set of balls, whether you like singles, prefer doubles, or think that three is the magic number.

Apollo is not only the Greco-Roman god of the Sun, but also the god of love, the male counterpart to Venus. Fitting then that this powered male masturbation toy should bear his name, as you’re sure to swoon over its superb sensations, and its suction cup base, allowing you to enjoy hands-free pleasure.

We love all of the Joyful Pleasure glass dildos, but the length, gentle but substantial ridges, and gorgeous double helix red ribbon make this a particular fave. Glass and steel toys are often passed over in favor of soft silcone, but their rigidity and potential for temperature play make them some of the most pleasurable non-powered toys on the market.

Want to relive the magic of staying up late and getting your presents hot off of Santa’s sleigh? Enter our contest to win a special early admission to our VIP Rummage Sale Preview on Friday, December 12! This contest ends 11:59PM Wednesday, December 10, and winners will be contacted by noon on Thursday, December 11! Enter below for your chance to win: